Panama City Beach - Arctic Wolf Club to howl in the New Year

PANAMA CITY BEACH— Are you from up North? Miss jumping into ice cold water on New Year’s Day? Well this may be the next best thing. Here is the Beach’s version of a Polar Bear Club.

The Arctic Wolf Club is preparing to howl in the New Year with a plunge into the chilly waters of Econfina Creek on New Year's Day, a ritual now in its eighth year. No they will not need to chop a in the ice before the plunge but it sounds like fun anyway.

Mark and Sandi Wolf have been hosting the event on their farm each year to raise money for charity, most notably the Seacrest Wolf Preserve near Chipley, the Council on Aging and the Gulf Coast Community College Foundation. Sandi Wolf expects about 300 people to attend the event at their farm, with about 100 jumpers.
Mark Wolf said they had always been interested in doing charity work, including an earlier trail-riding event for cancer. A few years ago they started the Arctic Wolf Club and the creek jumps. With their last name, it seemed a good fit. The jumpers will go one at a time from a rope swing, howling like a wolf the whole way. Each jumper will get a certificate or button to show they participated. Awards will be given for the youngest and oldest jumper.

Besides the big jump, the event also features a chili cook-off, a howling contest for the kids and an educational presentation on wolves. Those people who wish to come out and participate are encouraged to visit the Web site arcticwolfclub.com and bring a side dish. There is a suggested donation of $10 per jumper and $20 for those who just want to come and experience the fun. Last year, the event raised about $3,000.

The event begins at noon New Year's Day with the jump taking place at 2 p.m. Jumpers in the past have ranged from 72 years old to 2 years.
If you want to participate in the chili cook-off you should bring your pots before noon.

All jumpers will have to sign a release form. In case you wonder the spring-fed creek should be 67 degrees with the ambient temperature forecast for 64. The Gulf is around 60 degrees if you are looking for a colder swim.

To get to the jump, turn east on State 388 from State 77 and go about 7.5 miles, cross the Econfina Creek Bridge. Take the first left after the bridge at Dogwood Lane. There should be balloons marking the road. Follow the signs.
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Panama City Beach - Top Ten News Stories of 2008

In the annual Panama City News Herald Poll The good, the bad and the ugly stood out among readers and newsroom staff in 2008…Most of the stories are based on local events and do not deal with the Beach tourist trade so I will only list a couple of the stories.

Top 10 # 1 - County residents feel sting of faltering economy

Bay County's economy took a pounding in 2008, as high unemployment, a record number of foreclosure filings and a sluggish housing market took its toll on area residents and businesses.

The county's unemployment rate went from 4.9 percent in January to 7.4 percent in November, the highest level recorded since January 2002. Gulf Coast Workforce Board Executive Director Kim Bodine said the area's annual job growth rate measured a negative 3.4 percent in November, an overall loss of 2,600 jobs. Bodine said the county's unemployment rate could rise in early 2009, as the state's Agency for Workforce Innovation included more area job layoffs in its monthly totals. "I think next month will be up a half-percent at least," Bodine said Dec. 20, after AWI released its November unemployment numbers.

Area foreclosure filings were also on the rise in 2008. Irvine, Calif.-based foreclosure tracking company RealtyTrac had recorded 2,280 Bay County foreclosure filings through November. Filings in RealtyTrac's total included default notices, auction sale notices, and bank repossessions, with some properties with multiple mortgages receiving more than one notice. By comparison, the company recorded 960 Bay County foreclosure filings in its end-of-year 2007 market report, released in January. August was Bay County's highest month for foreclosure filings, according to RealtyTrac, with 328 filings. Like most other Florida metropolitan areas, Panama City recorded year-over-year decreases in existing home and condominium sales, as well as median sales prices, for most of 2008. The area did see a slight increase in November existing home sales. Bay County Association of Realtors President Jan Cox said in December she thought the area's housing market would start to stabilize in 2009 after a challenging 2008. The county's housing market must still work through a two-year existing inventory of residential homes and create a reason for prices to increase, Cox acknowledged. Cox said the new Panama City-Bay County International Airport could contribute to a housing market rebound that comes sooner than recoveries in other parts of Florida. "I see the Panhandle as having the absolute first shot at recovery and price appreciation," Cox said before Wednesday's meeting. [I am not in the market now but if you are looking for a Panama City Beach Condo there are some great prices on prime properties on the Beach.]

One 2008 economic bright spot was the end-of-year decline in gas prices. After spiking above $4 a gallon in the wake of Hurricane Ike's Texas landfall, gas prices dropped steadily over the rest of the year. By late December, Bay County gas prices had dropped as low as $1.63 a gallon at some area stations. The dip below $2 a gallon represented the first time area gas prices had fallen below that benchmark since February 2006.

Top Ten #3: Pier Park, new airport good news amid gloom

PANAMA CITY BEACH — The opening of Pier Park in Panama City Beach and continued progress on construction of the new airport near West Bay was some good economic news during this year's gloomy economy.
Dozens of restaurants and large retailers signed on to open stores at Panama City Beach's 93-acre Pier Park development, expected to reach 152 outlets when completed and 1.1 million square feet of retail space.

Construction of the Panama City-Bay County International airport picked up steam with the awarding of a bid for the new terminal and the decision to increase the length of the runway to 10,000 feet. In addition, a legal hurdle for the airport was cleared this year when a lawsuit was dismissed that sought to reverse a permit issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the airport's construction. The lawsuit, filed by several environmental groups, claimed that building the $318 million airport would destroy valuable wetlands and that the Corps abused its discretion in issuing the permit. For now, officials say construction at the airport site is about four months ahead of schedule and the opening date is still planned for May 2010. [As a side note the Airport project has approximately 250 on site workers per day and offsite quarries, asphalt plants, truck drivers and other ancillary businesses employ another 350 people.]


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Panama City Beach 30 Degree Blue

Panama City Beach – 30◦ Blue - First does anyone know where the symbol for degree is on the keybord:)


Some friends gave us a gift certificate to 30◦ Blue for Christmas. Next time we are at our Panama City Beach Condo we plan on going to 30◦ Blue. I have seen adds for 30◦ Blue in the paper. Has anyone been to 30◦ Blue? Do they have a food specialty? Any menu recommendations? What is the dress?


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Panama City Beach – No plans for New Year’s Eve?

Our Panama City Beach Condo # 1105 is still available if you have a wild hair to head for Panama City Beach for New Year's.

Panama City Beach – No plans for New Year’s Eve? Head to Panama City Beach for the first New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop at Pier Park. Here are the details:

New Year's Eve Beach Ball Drop Presented by Margaritaville
- Family time from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- There will be stilt walkers, balloon animals and face painters on hand
- Bounce houses located in the green grass beside the volleyball court
- 24ft blow-up screen to feature live NYE countdowns across the world
- Barry Fish band to perform live in the promo area

New Years Eve Countdown
- From 9 pm to 1 am
- Roads will be closed to traffic from Front Beach Road to the circle in front of the promo area
- Live radio remotes provided by ClearChannel Radio (3 stations will be featured, tentatively they are 92.5 WPAP, Sunny 98.5, and 99.3 The Beat). Remotes will be located on every corner block that is closed to traffic.
- News Channel 7 will be here to broadcast the countdown live
- Countdown to midnight MC'd by ClearChannel D.J.
- Beach Ball drop will be located in the green grass across from the promo area
- Beach ball is an illuminated 8ft ball to be dropped 12 stories (120 ft.)
- Fireworks to immediately follow the ball drop

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Panama City Beach - Blue Angels to Visit in March

If you are going to be staying in our Panama City Beach Condo at the end of March you will have the opportunity to see the Blue Angels...

Panama City Beach - Tyndall Air Force Base got a visit from a slightly flashier flier, Friday.

U.S. Navy Blue Angels No. 7 dropped by to iron out some details before this spring's air show. The Navy F/A-18, painted blue and gold, arrived bearing Navy Lts. Amy Tomlinson, event coordinator, and Ben Walborn, narrator and advance pilot. Tomlinson said the performance team is practicing maneuvers in Pensacola and will eventually transfer to California to polish the routine. Tyndall's Gulf Coast Salute, held March 28-29, is the third of 36 scheduled appearances for the team in 2009.

"We come to the airfield just to work out the logistics and coordination with the air show committee in order to set up a successful and safe air show," she said. Tomlinson said the finishing touches are coming together on the year's routine, which must be blessed by the Federal Aviation Administration before it may be performed. "There may be some new maneuvers. There was one added last year called the ‘delta breakout' at the end of the show," she said.

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Panama City Beach - Winter Guests Pick up your SunCard Today

Panama City Beach - If you plan tp be in Panama City Beach for the winter this looks like a good way to save some money

The Panama City Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is hosting the annual Winter Resident SunCard program Friday December 19. The event is from 9-11 AM at the Visitor Information Center located at the corner of US 98 and State 79. Complimentary coffee and doughnuts will be served. At this gathering, the CVB will issue official Winter Resident SunCards to new and repeat winter residents. The cards provide value added programs and discounts at participating restaurants, hotels and other attractions and events. For more information go to visitpanamacitybeach.com or call 850-233-5070.

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Google adds Panama City Beach, Panhandle to Street View (see MAPS)

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Bay County's streets went "live" Dec. 9.

That's the day Google Maps Street View, a program providing panoramic, street-level images from cities around the world, added Panama City and much of the surrounding Panhandle. Browsers on Google Maps now are able to take a virtual walk of Bay County streets — and the homes and businesses lining them. The images appear to have been gathered several months to a year before they were added to the map function.

"Locally, people usually have fun kind of poking around and making it sort of a detective game looking for movie theaters to see what was playing and things like that to see exactly when it was," said Google spokeswoman Elaine Filadelfo.

This is cool. To see our Panama City Beach Condo building enter 17757 Front Beach Road, Panama City Beach, FL in the address box. Our condo is in Celadon Beach Resort, the tan building on right with the street walk over.

Ever since Google Street View was unveiled in 2007, the effort has raised some privacy concerns and spawned a minor Internet phenomenon of Street View users scouring cities for frozen non sequiturs. Although the initial images of Bay County were obtained using older and fuzzier cameras, Filadelfo said efforts already have begun in larger cities to scan using higher-resolution devices.

"If people are concerned about privacy or anything like that in every single image in Street View, at the bottom is a link that says ‘report a concern.' That will take them to a form where they can ... let us know an image they would like removed, and we would happy to do that," she said.

Street View images are gathered only from public roads, Filadelfo said. But other areas of concern also can be omitted. The stretch of Thomas Drive in front of Naval Support Activity-Panama City, in addition to a large portion of U.S. 98 through Tyndall Air Force Base, has been omitted. "When you're passing by those areas, we do try to be careful and err on the side of caution," she said.

Have fun looking around Panama City Beach!
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Panama City Beach - Condo Auction Yeserday Great Deals for Buyers

PANAMA CITY BEACH — We had dinner last night at the Shrimp Boat with a friends that sell Panama City Beach Condos and have a mortgage company. Gary and Janice went to the condo Auction at the Origin at Seahaven on Front Beach Road.

The first sale was a three-bedroom condo for $270,000; the next was a two-bedroom unit that went for $201,000. A few other units sold at similar prices. All of the available condos did not sell. This is a solid buyers market condos, which had previously sold for more than $500,000 sold for around $200,000.

If you are thinking about buying a Panama City Beach Condo there are some great deals out there. If you want an agent to show you around let me know and I will put you in touch with Gary and Janice. We have worked with them to buy three condos.
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Panama City Beach - Winter Guests Wanted

Hi,

Our guests that had our Panama City Beach Condo at Celadon Beach Resort #1105 reserved for the winter have had a health issue that has halted their winter vacation.

If you or a friend are looking for a great place to spend the winter check out our web site...Best Panama City Beach Condos for Rent

Jerry and Pam

Panama City Beach - Marketing Ideas

PANAMA CITY BEACH — The European tourist market is increasingly eyeing Northwest Florida as a vacation destination, and improving Panama City Beach's visibility overseas will become more important as the new Panama City-Bay County International Airport nears completion.

A market research expert told the full board of the Bay County Tourist Development Council Tuesday that interest in the Florida Panhandle by the European market, which he called a "beach market," was a recent phenomenon. "This is a market that you need to seed now and harvest down the road," said Walter Klages, president of The Klages Group, whose long list of clients includes McDonald's, the National Football League, Pizza Hut and Walt Disney World Inc.

Until that harvest can be achieved, however, tourists traveling by car are still the mainstay of Beach visitors, Klages said, representing about 84 percent in July through September 2008. [I agree with the numbers, they may even be a little low. Over the past year we have only had one couple fly to Panama City Beach to stay in our condos]. He presented a sheaf of statistics to TDC board members on the face of the emblematic Beach tourist.

The typical size of a group of visitors during that period was 3.2 persons, he said, with 8.4 percent representing first-time tourists to the area, most from nearby states such as Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana. Indeed, today's tourist is becoming increasingly reliant on the Internet for research into choosing a vacation destination, Klages said. And much of the information gleaned from the Web is becoming harder to control, with sites such as YouTube and Facebook becoming more popular.

He forgot the bestpanamacitybeachcondo.com site and jerryeyler wordpressblog about Panama City Beach.

"Consumer-generated information is beginning to dominate the Internet," he said. Because that type of information is irresistibly spreading, he urged board members to aggressively market the Beach's best asset, its uniquely white sand, which he described as rare in the world. To that end, board members decided to move forward on a contract with Jennifer Barbee Inc. to redesign the Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau Web site. Barbee has already been working with the TDC/CVB since being chosen a month ago to quickly create a micro-site connected to www.visitpanamacitybeach.com for next year's Spring Break marketing campaign.

Rowe also told board members that the TDC was partnering with Pier Park for a New Year's Eve fireworks display and midnight "Beach Ball drop." An eight-foot glowing ball will be lowered from a 148-foot crane. The fireworks will cost $10,000.

Anyone have any suggestions as to how I can do a more effective job marketing our condos?

Jerry
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Panama City Beach - Great place for a Vacation Home

Panama City Beach - I keep running across articles about Panama City Beach Condo real estate. Here is an excerpt from one of the articles. Their top five are Panama City Beach, Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania, The Crystal Coast, North Carolina, Lake Tahoe, California and Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee.

CREDIT-CRUNCH-SQUEEZED homeowners and investors are unloading their second homes en masse, offering up desirable vacation properties at some pretty steep discounts.

"When the market is down and there's blood in the streets, someone else's misfortune could work in your favor," says Ken Kamen, president of New Jersey-based Mercadien Asset Management. Buying now entails some risk, however. After all, prices could drop even further. But for those looking to hold a property long term for a family vacation spot or eventual retirement retreat should feel confident that they'll recoup the investment, he says.

Here is one of the places where vacation-home bargains abound:

1) Panama City Beach, Florida
There's something for everyone in this Panhandle town where white "sugar sand" beaches along the Gulf of Mexico give way to inland attractions, including six championship golf courses and an active restaurant and nightlife scene. Prices for beachfront property run the gamut from $100,000 for a one-bedroom condo, to $2 million-plus for single-family homes of five bedrooms or more, according to vacation rental site HomeAway.com.

Why Buy Now: Besides the weather (temperatures rarely dip below the 60s, even in January) a new international airport is slated to open in the next couple of years. With it comes low-cost carriers and an abundance of nonstop flights. (Currently, flying from New York involves at least one connection and travel time of anywhere from 4.5 to 13 hours. In comparison, a nonstop flight from New York to Orlando takes about two hours.) That ease of access should help boost tourism — and property values, says Anil Pereira, CEO of secondspace.com a property-finding service. "It'll be more feasible to own a second home there," he says. "People will be able to fly in for the weekend."
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Panama City Beach - Holiday Events 12-7 - 12-14-08

The Celadon Beach Resort Homeowner meeting is Saturday the 13th. The Panama City Beach Condo homeowners that attend the Celadon meeting will have some nice events to attend.

SATURDAY, DEC. 13
Beach Christmas Parade sponsored by the Optimist Club of the Beaches; at Pier Park starting at 5 p.m., following a route though Pier Park. Details: 234-0854

Christmas Market: at the St. Andrews Marina Event Facility from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local artists will be on hand with a variety of items on display. Stay around for the Boat Parade.

Boat Parade Of Lights: 5:30 p.m. Dec. 13. Theme: "A Star Spangled Christmas." Mandatory captain's meeting is at 6 p.m. Dec. 11 at Granite Cafe on Beck Avenue in St. Andrews. For applications, visit www.historicstandrews.com and click on Documents and Information.

SUNDAY, DEC. 14
Apalachicola Community Christmas Program: Dec. 14 at 4 p.m. at Historic Trinity Episcopal Church. The Ilse Newell Concert Series presents a selection of holiday favorites. Details: (850) 653-9419
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Panama City Beach - Real Estate Update December 2008

Panama City Beach – Condos for Sale at Celadon Beach Resort

I received a real estate flyer in the mail yesterday about Panama City Beach condos. I thought that some of you might be interested in a short summary of the condo market so here it is…

There are currently 1,399 condos on the market in Panama City Beach ranging in price from $175,000 to $1,500,000. There are 46 sales pending and 558 sales have closed since January 1, 2008. So currently there is a 2.4 year supply of condos. Guess what it is a huge buyer’s market. If you have been thinking about buying a condo now is a great time to look.

The current asking prices in Celadon Beach Resort follow:
10 – 1 BR units $172 – $309K
4 – 2BR units $384 - $429K
5 – 3BR units $379 - $499K

Units sold this year:
11 – 1 BR units $178 – $295K
2 – 2BR units $350 - $365K
4 – 3BR units $385 - $450K

If there is any good news for sellers at least based on the units sold in Celadon Beach Resort in 2008 our condos are selling approximately twice as fast as the overall market in Panama City Beach.

Let me know if you want to talk to a realtor in PCB. I know two really good ones. If you want to visit Panama City Beach and look for condos, I suggest staying in one of our Celadon Beach Resort 1 BR condos with bunk rooms. You will be impressed with the property! Who knows, maybe you can get a great deal on a condo while you are there having a good time on the beach.

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Panama City Beach - Cyberscams

Be Careful Out there on the Web...

Panama City Beach - The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of a new string of phishing e-mails making the rounds this holiday season. Scammers are posing as well-known companies that do a lot of business this time of year, attempting to steal personal information such as Social Security or credit card numbers, according to a BBB news release.

"While most of the country is spreading peace and love this holiday season, criminals are spreading computer viruses and stealing identities," said Norman Wright, president/CEO of the Bureau serving northwest Florida. "Hackers pose as trusted businesses to take advantage of the seasonal increase in online shopping and shipping."

Following are three phishing e-mails BBB has spotted this holiday season:

Shipping
Claiming to be from a legitimate shipping business such as FedEx or UPS, one phishing e-mail alleges a problem with delivery. It may include a link to a Web site that installs malware or solicits personal information. A recent message has a subject line of "Subject: Tracking Number 13040065504." It advises, "To take your package back you should print the copy of invoice that is in the added file." Of course, the attachment is a computer virus.

BBB ADVICE: Don't click on a link in the e-mail; instead go directly to the shipper's Web site or call the business (do not use a phone number provided in the e-mail) to ask if there is a shipping problem. Don't open attachments in unsolicited e-mails.

Surveys offering holiday spending cash

Targeting cash-strapped holiday shoppers, other phishing e-mails pretend to be from retailers such as Wal-Mart. One has the subject, "Online Survey from Wal-Mart Stores!!!" The message says, "You've been selected to take part in our quick and easy 9 questions survey. In return we will credit $90.00 to your account - Just for your time!" The e-mail includes a link to a Web site to "take the survey," but actually leads to a phishing site.

BBB ADVICE: Don't respond to unsolicited e-mails promising money for answering surveys. E-mails offering big rewards for minimal effort usually cost you in the end.

E-cards

E-cards are a popular and inexpensive way to deliver season's greetings. Legitimate e-cards typically send an e-mail with a hyperlink to a Web site hosting the e-card. Unfortunately, it's easy for hackers to disguise their phishing e-mails and direct users to Web sites that install viruses and malware.

BBB ADVICE: Phishing e-mails posing as e-cards can be difficult to spot. Be wary of e-mails with spelling and grammatical mistakes and don't follow links in an e-card if you don't recognize the sender. Consumers should report suspicious e-mails to the Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov
For additional information go to www.bbb.org
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Panama City Beach - Festival of Trees

See some holiday art and buy some gifts at...

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Decorated holiday wreaths adorned the walls of the Visual Arts Center on Wednesday night, and the smell of molasses and gumdrops filled the air.
It was the Panama City Rescue Mission's 5th annual Festival of Trees, and the third at the downtown center.

"We think the Visual Arts Center is a great venue for us," said The Rev. Billy Fox, executive director of the Rescue Mission. "We have some beautiful art, after all, and it's a wonderful cause." Community donated gingerbread houses, Christmas trees and other Christmas-themed art filled the galleries of the center, to be bid on by the public in silent auction. The Rescue Mission wants to surpass the $50,000 raised last year.

Funds generated from the auctions will go to support the Rescue Mission's Bethel Village, a shelter for struggling women and children. The Rescue Mission, which is suffering from limited space and a void of programs for the needy, is looking to add additional housing and a new driveway, as well as a pole barn for its community recycling program.

The bidding, which will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Friday.
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Panama City Beach - Dirty Santa Ball

Panama City Beach – I missed this event in my previous post. If you enjoy the Seaside Repertory Theatre here is a way to have some fun and support the Theatre…

Dirty Santa Ball is at 7 p.m. Saturday December 6, 2008 in Carillon Beach Resort ballroom to benefit Seaside Repertory Theatre. Tickets: $100 per person, Details: www.seasiderep.org or (850) 231-0733
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Panama City Beach - Holiday Events The Week of December 1, 2008

If you are interseted in attending some holiday events to get in the spirit of the season, here is waht is going on in the Panama City Beach area thie week:

MONDAY, DEC. 1
P.C.B. Christmas Tree Lighting: Frank Brown Park, 6:30 p.m.; Presentations by Mayor Oberst to essay contest winners, music by local school groups. Give Santa your wish list and enjoy refreshments provided by local church and civic groups. Details: (850)233-5045

Festival Of Trees: Christmas design contest and charity auction to benefit Panama City Rescue Mission is Dec. 1-6 at Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida. Details: www.pcrmission.org or 769-0783.

TUESDAY, DEC. 2
Tree Lighting at Oaks by the Bay Park: 5:30 p.m. in St. Andrews. The public may come to the park by 5:15 to help decorate the tree with ornaments made by St. Andrew School students. Commissioner John Pilcher will light the tree at 5:30. After the tree lighting, stay for the Pilot Club's Luminaries of Love that will line the park's sidewalks.

FRIDAY, DEC. 5
Millville Elementary School's 9th Annual Holiday Parade: 9:45 a.m. Several bands, floats and guests; Mayor Scott Clemons is Grand Marshall and Superintendent Bill Husfelt will participate. The route begins at Millville Elementary School at the corner of Second Court and East Avenue, proceeds north on East Avenue, left on Third Street, left on Sherman Avenue, and left on Second Plaza to end at Immanuel Baptist Church. Details: 872 -4765.

Apalachicola Lighting of the Lights: 3 p.m., annual lighting of the holiday lights at the center of St. George Island. Santa will arrive on a fire engine. Refreshments and lighthouse tours available. Details: call the St. George Island Visitor Center and Museum at (850) 927-7744.

The Kids Khristmas Kard Shop: 9 p.m. to midnight (rest of the month by appointment) at UnREAL ARTists Gallery. Khristmas Kard Making Workshop Dec.12. Children should have artwork scanned and e-mailed to mail@mermaidsdontcook.com by Dec. 2. To sign up or for details: 215-0705 or (866) 347-0801 or e-mail.

SATURDAY, DEC. 6
Eastpoint Christmas Parade: 10-10:30 a.m. on U.S. 98 in Eastpoint. Santa arrives on a fire truck. Details: Pam Watson at (850) 653-7041.
"The Christmas Shoes": Area churches collaborate for holiday musical with adult choir, children's ensemble and hand bell choir. Show times are Dec. 6 at 4 and 7 p.m.; and Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Dixie Theatre, Apalachicola.

Christmas Dinner & Dance: The Panama City Bop & Shag Club buffet dinner and dance open to the public, 6-10 p.m. at the Lyndell Senior Center, 423 Lyndell Lane, Panama City Beach. BYOB with free set-ups. Tickets: $15, 50 percent of proceeds donated to the News Herald's Empty Stocking Fund. Advance tickets required; available at the Senior Center, or call Gloria at 234-5605 or Patty at 215-6431.

SUNDAY, DEC. 7
"The Christmas Shoes": Area churches collaborate for holiday musical with adult choir, children's ensemble and hand bell choir. Show time: 7 p.m. at the Dixie Theatre, Apalachicola.

Gulf Beach Garden Club Tour Of Homes: 1-5 p.m.; five homes decorated for Christmas, plus VFW. Refreshments at Gulf Beach Garden Club, 17012 Hernando Ave. at State 79 in Panama City Beach. Ticket $10. Details: 235-3324

GCCC Holiday Concert: 2:30 p.m. at Amelia Center Theatre, Gulf Coast Community College. Singing Commodores and GCCC Concert Chorale. Open seating. Free admission; donations accepted for music scholarships. Details: 872-3886 or www.gulfcoast.edu

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Panama City Beach - Cape St. George Light

If you are visiting our Panama City Beach Condo, a day trip to Apalachicola and St. George Island is a fun way to pass some time and see some historical buildings. If you go we recommend the restaurant on the corner in downtown Apalachicola for lunch.

ST. GEORGE ISLAND - The 153-year-old Cape St. George Light has been moved and opened again today. Three years ago the lighthouse sat on uninhabited Little St. George Island, accessible only by boat and boarded up as a safety hazard. It was leaning slightly as the Gulf of Mexico swirled past its base along the eroded shoreline until the 74-foot lighthouse finally succumbed to the sea, smashing to pieces.

On Saturday, the lighthouse doors opened and a line of people climbed the new set of pine steps circling inside the 19th-century bricks before, hoisting themselves up a metal ladder through a small rectangular hole to the lamp house. It marked the end of a rescue mission that was improbable at best and thought crazy by most. "It's just absolutely thrilling," said Eddie Lueken, 52, of Tallahassee as she stood in the glass-enclosed lamp room which was warmed by the sun. "This is a piece of history transplanted here."

Almost anyone who saw Cape St. George Light after it fell would have thought it was lost forever. Large chunks of bricks and the mangled metal lamp house were awash in the surf. Logic would have told most that it couldn't be saved. "It looked like such a heap of rubble that I thought it was overambitious to try it," said Mike Roehr, 67, who lives on St. George with his wife, Connie, 50. "It shows what I know." Shortly after it fell, Dennis Barnell and Terry Kemp went out to take a look. What they saw was discouraging, but they decided if dinosaurs can be pieced back together, so could Cape St. George Light. They were already part of a group, the St. George Lighthouse Association, that was hoping to stabilize the structure and move it back to higher ground.

Once the lighthouse crumbled, the mission changed. The association worked through a bureaucratic maze of federal, state and county government to get the project approved and started. The Federal Emergency Management Agency provided money to recover and move the lighthouse pieces. Volunteers spent thousands of hours cleaning the old bricks. The association raised money through T-shirt sales, fundraisers and other events and state lawmakers provided $350,000 to help. Contractors cut rates, volunteers provided labor and the lighthouse rose again at the end of the 4-mile bridge that connects St. George with Eastpoint on the other side of Apalachicola Bay, about 77 miles southwest of Tallahassee. "It was total devotion on their part," said Lueken, who has a vacation house on St. George. "It was a labor of love if there was ever one."

Residents and tourists from as far away as The Netherlands stood in line Saturday for about an hour to climb the 92 steps -- not including the ladder through the 22-inch by 21-inch rectangle to the top. One boy shouted to his parents, "Whoa! This is awesome!" in a voice that echoed around the small room. While maybe a little more subdued, adults making the climb were also enthralled. "Neat! Awesome! Look at the bridge," said Connie Roehr, experiencing an entirely new view of the long, narrow island that she's known her whole life. It wasn't her first time climbing steps in the lighthouse, but it was the first time she made it to the top. When Roehre was a child, her parents would take her by boat to Little St. George where the abandoned lighthouse stood. It wasn't open to the public, but she would still venture inside.
"There wasn't anything that said that we couldn't," Roehr said with a laugh. "We didn't go very far."

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Panama City Beach - The Beach is Going Green

I am struggling with ideas for a post today, so how about a little Green Humor.

The following suggestion is from “The Circuit” the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce magazine. The latest issue was dedicated to going Green and the following suggestion was listed under a section about having Green meetings at work.

Use edible centerpieces. Centerpieces that consist of delicious fruits and veggies are a smart way to cut back on the cost and waste of expensive flower arrangements. Many florists fly in their products from all over the world, wasting and adding to their carbon footprint.

Seems to me that the person suggesting this forgot that lots of our fruit is also imported from all over the world, which would also waste and add to their carbon footprint. What about eating all of that fiber? Lot’s more trips to the bathroom resulting in the unnecessary use of millions of gallons of water

Why not just save the money and do without the flowers and fruit?

How about letting us know of other funny and bogus suggestions to go Green or some real ways to save and conserve.

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Panama City Beach - Leftover Turkey Recipe

Our favorite leftover turkey recipe is my Mom's Turkey Enchiladas. Enjoy!!

Turkey Enchiladas

2- 4 oz cans green chilis
1- large clove garlic, minced
2 T plus 1/3 cup salad or olive oil
1 ½ pounds fresh ripe tomatoes or 1 large can 16 or 12 ounces
2 cups chopped onions
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon oregano
3 cups shredded or diced turkey
2 cups sour cream
½ pound shredded cheddar cheese
½ pound shredded jack cheese
12 corn tortillas

Rinse seeds from chili peppers and chop. Saute with garlic and 2 tablespoons oil. Peel and chop tomatoes. Add with onion, 1 tsp salt, oregano and ½ cup water to chili mixture. Simmer slowly uncovered until thick – about 30 minutes. Combine turkey with sour cream, half the cheese and remaining salt. Heat oil. Dip tortillas in hot oil just until limp. Blot with paper towels. Fill with turkey mixture. Roll and arrange in shallow pan, seams down. Pour sauce over top. Sprinkle with other half of cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

What is your favorite leftover turkey recipe?

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Panama City Beach - Weekend Holiday Events

Here are some Holiday-related activities in Bay County this weekend:

FRIDAY, NOV. 28
Home For The Holidays: Every Friday until Christmas in downtown Panama City.
Pier Park Tree Lighting: 6 p.m. in Town Center across from Old Navy. Santa will arrive by the Pier Park Express. Appearance by Mayor Gayle Oberst; live entertainment and holiday festivities.

Historic Apalachicola Christmas Celebration will light up downtown Apalachicola from 4-8 p.m. The streets will be lined with luminaries and filled with the sounds of carolers. Businesses also will be open late. Santa will arrive on a shrimp boat at 4:30 p.m. at the City Dock on Water Street, across from City Hall. Details: Call the Chamber office at (850) 653-9419.

Apalachicola Festival Of Trees: Nov. 28 to Dec. 13: Christmas trees decorated by area professionals and groups will be on display. Champagne reception is Dec. 13 from 7-9 p.m. Donations at the door.

SATURDAY, NOV. 29
Apalachicola Yule Log Lighting And Caroling: Nov. 29 from 1-4 p.m. Santa visits with children downtown, caroling, lighting of the Yule Log at dusk.

The Classic Russian ‘Nutcracker': The Willis Ballet and The Saint-Petersburg Classic Ballet Theatre of Marina Medvetskaya; 7:30 p.m. at the Marina Civic Center in downtown Panama City; Admission: $24, $34, $44; Tickets: (850) 763-4696 ; Discount: Visit www.willisballet.com to print out a flyer for a 15 percent discount; Details.

SUNDAY, NOV. 30
Apalachicola Tree of Remembrance: Nov. 30 at 3 p.m. A non-denominational ceremony at the City Christmas Tree, Water Street and Avenue E, to remember those no longer with us.
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Panama City Beach - Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you have a wonderful day with family and friends!
Jerry

Panama City Beach - Stores Open On Thanksgiving

Tired of Turkey?

Here's a list of Panama City Beach area stores, restaurants and entertainment venues that will be open on Thanksgiving

CVS - Open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Big Lots - Open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Books-A-Million - Open noon to 9 p.m.
Dollar tree - Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Dollar General - Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Grocery Outlet both locations: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
K-Mart - Open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Wal Greens - Open 24 hours
Wal-Mart All locations - Open 24 hours
Winn-Dixie - Open 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Restaurants

Boatyard - Open
Breakers - Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Charlie Coram's - Open
Dirty Dick's Crabhouse - Open 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Domino's Pizza Beach locations -2 to 9 p.m.
Hilton Garden Inn - Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Kingfish - Open 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pineapple Willy's - Open 11:30 a.m.
Pizza Hut - Open 4 to 10 p.m.
Po Folks - Open 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. .
Sonic Drive In - 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Starbucks Mall location: 1 to 9 p.m.
Starbucks LynnHaven location: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Starbucks Callaway location: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m .
Starbucks Pier Park location: 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
TGI Fridays - Opens at 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Entertainment

Blockbuster Video - 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Movie Gallery - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Ripley's Believe It or Not! - Open 4 to 7 p.m.
Rock'it Lanes - Open 2 p.m. until.

Other

Seawind Medical Clinic Panama City location - Open 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free Thanksgiving meals will be served at the Panama City Rescue Mission, 609 Allen Ave., from 11 a.m. to 2 pm.
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Panama City Beach - Thanks and Giving Time

Here is a Panama City Beach giving opportunity...Bay County firefighters are hosting a holiday food drive in an effort to help those in need this season. According to a news release, food donations can be dropped off at any county fire station from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. through Monday, Dec. 22.
The food items will then be delivered to the Panama City Rescue Mission Food Bank. Only canned and non-perishable food items can be accepted. Bay County Fire Stations are located at:

• Thomas Drive Fire Station 1, 2913 Thomas Drive
• West Bay Fire Station 6, 6224 Laird Circle Drive
• North West Side Fire Station 7, 3211 Michigan Ave.
• Southport Fire Station 8, 2115 County 2321
• Sand Hills Fire Station 9, 13010 State 77
• Bear Creek / Youngstown Fire Station 11, 11711 U.S. 231
• Bayou George Fire Station 12, 9033 County 2301
• Hiland Park Fire Station 14, 2801 Lafayette Road

If firefighters are not at the station during a drop-off, donors may leave donations next to the front door. Firefighters will be checking regularly for food in the drop-off boxes.
For more information, call Deputy Chief Brad Monroe 850-819-0356; Lt. Gene Brandow at 850-596-2222; Lt. Ray Hottinger at 850-258-8878

Panama City Beach - Black Friday Events

Mayor's Tree Lighting

Join us at Pier Park on November 28th for this special day and the beginning of a Pier Park tradition. Mayor Gale Oberst will light the 20ft Christmas tree located in Town Center (across from Old Navy) at 6pm. There will be Christmas carolers from local schools and churches to perform carols before and after the lighting. There will also be community leaders, Chamber ambassadors, and Leadership Bay members present to help us kick off this holiday celebration. . . and of course an appearance from Old St. Nick himself!

Black Friday Shopping Spectacular

Come to Pier Park on November 28th for the busiest shopping day of the year! Take advantage of special sales and discounts! Stores open at 9am (some stores may open earlier)
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Panama City Beach - Airport News Nobember 23, 2008

The Airport Authority has set a Dec. 19 deadline for what Chairman Joe Tannehill calls "the last piece of the puzzle" for the new international airport under construction at West Bay.

The hope is to add a 5,000-foot crosswind runway that will handle smaller aircraft and make traffic less congested on the 10,000-foot concrete runway under construction. Airport Authority members want to move forward so the smaller runway can be completed by the May 2010 airport opening date. The shorter asphalt runway will be used by smaller commercial aircraft and corporate jets and add a crucial safety factor to the new airport that pilots of larger international flights. Completion of the crosswind runway is not necessary for the new $318 million airport to open in May 2010. The smaller asphalt runway should cost about $18 million, far less than the larger $98 million concrete runway that will handle heavier aircraft and last up to 40 years. Current estimates are that the Airport Authority should have the money for the additional runway.

The airport currently is $17 million under budget, and there is about $17 million in untapped contingency funds. Another reason for the Dec. 19 deadline is that Phoenix Construction Services, which is building the larger runway, is about 55 percent completed on their part of the work. The company will be moving portions of its equipment from the site within 60 days. If the crosswind runway decision is delayed and Phoenix is forced to move equipment back to the site, the runway's expense could increase.

It is great to see the construction moving along. May 2010 will be here before we know it. The airport will be very convenient for the folks wanting to fly to Panama City Beach and stay in our Panama City Beach Condo. The airport is only 10 miles from Celadon Beach Resort…Jerry
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Panama City Beach - Fishing & Duck Hunting

I did not have time to fish with James the last time we went to our Panama City Beach Condo at Celadon Beach Resort but I wish I had……

Capt. James Pic
November 11, 2008
Panama City - Saltwater Fishing Report

As the original duck guide in Northwest Florida a can assure you it looks like we are going to have a big year.

Let's talk about fishing first. The big bull reds are still around and easy to catch. We had three this morning along with a box full of spanish.
Then we had a big day with the Montemeyer family putting over 30 spanish in the box. We went through a lot of hooks that day. We lost as many or more than what was boated. Non stop action. Last, Gary Demchic, fly fished with me for two days catching blues and Spanish. Gary, hope to meet you in Alaska next fall.

DUCK HUNTING
I was the first duck guide in North Florida. You want to shoot ducks, you call me. That simple. I charge $85 per hunter per hunt and have knowledge of all the salt water in the area plus a bunch of lakes. This year with the wood duck limit being 3 per day I will be running some swamp hunts. Back in the day we used to shoot some mallards, black ducks, widgeon and teal in the swamps. We also saw some geese on occasion.

I love to hunt on Lake Wimico having taken pintails, cans, mallards and just about every other duck on that lake. A Wimico hunt, due to the distance, is $100 per hunter per hunt. All you have to do is have a gun, shells and camo when your with me. We stand in the water or hunt from a boat. I have portable blinds like you have never seen which makes us very mobile and gives me to move to where the ducks are flying. I have no problem with giving names and numbers of clients that have hunted with me. I run a first class operation that is priced fair.

Panama City Fishing Forecast:

Big schools of spanish and bonito will continue for a few more weeks for the fly fisherman, live bait or artificial.
Big bulls in the deeper water can be caught throughout the winter.
Trout and reds in the bayous and creeks will be the treat in the upcoming weeks.
Warren bayou will heat up....as if it's not hot already.

Target Species: Reds, trout, spanish, flounder and bonita. Some legal grouper in secret spots.

James Pic @ (850) 215-5578
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Panama City Beach - Sunday Airport Discussion

America's struggling airline industry needs more travelers in more seats going to more places. That eventually could determine success of Northwest Florida Regional Airport, Pensacola Gulf Coast Regional Airport or Panama City-Bay County International Airport.

"When you have airports as close together as we are, the competition is there," said Frank Miller, the longtime boss at Pensacola's airport. "We're all going after the same passengers." Earlier this year, Pensacola added "Gulf Coast" to its name. It also has a $35 million expansion in progress.
In Valparaiso, the former Okaloosa Regional Airport now is Northwest Florida Regional.

And in Bay County, the $315 million airport scheduled for completion in 2010 has been trumpeting its "international" title for most of this year.

When you factor in the merger of Delta and Northwest airlines, it's been an interesting first year for Greg Donovan, Okaloosa County's airports director. "We need to have commercial service for military personnel, dependents and contactors. That's where the core value of our airport is," Donovan said. "The additional value is to help our region." For years, Northwest Florida Regional has been fighting the fact that people in Okaloosa County have been driving to Pensacola to get lower fares. But a recent Travelocity study of the top 20 destinations in this region shows that Northwest Florida Regional has lower fares to 11 of them. That includes Atlanta, Chicago, Colorado Springs, Colo., Kansas City, Mo., Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Memphis, Tenn., Minneapolis, Orlando, San Francisco and St. Louis. And there are other numbers Donovan likes to share. In 2007, Northwest Florida Regional's cost per enplaned passenger was $3.90, well below the Florida airports' median cost of $5.34. Likewise, the airport's debt per enplaned passenger was $45. That again was below the Florida median of $46.43. And charting the 12 months from November 2007 to November 2008, Northwest Florida Regional was the only airport in Florida to have an increase (3.8 percent) in available seats. "We have that capacity, and I need people to use it," Donovan said. "We need to solidify a level of loyalty with people here looking at this airport as community resource instead of an institution on the Air Force base."

In Bay County, airport officials are placing most of their hopes in the 10,000-foot runway, which will be able to accommodate international flights. Once completed, the new Panama City-Bay County International Airport will be the largest in Northwest Florida. The airport is set to open in May 2010, and officials say they are working to secure a new legacy airline carrier, a discount carrier and FedEx.

In Pensacola, Miller was Donovan's boss for six-plus years. Miller said he considers Mobile, Ala., Regional Airport and Northwest Florida Regional as his main competition. He points to having low-cost carrier Air Tran as an advantage Northwest Florida Regional does not. And he admits everyone still is keenly interested in securing the big prize: Southwest Airlines. "Every airport wants a carrier like Southwest, and we've got a very strong business market here besides the leisure market," Miller said. "Anybody who would get Southwest would say it's a winner." Donovan says he's been talking with Southwest and will continue to do so. Meanwhile, a $14.7 million project under way will provide a new rental car facility on 20 acres east of the airport's terminal. The expansion, which will include a fuel farm for aircraft and rental cars and maintenance and cargo building, is expected to be completed in May 2009. But a $32 million terminal expansion has been put on hold because of the economic slump, Donovan said.

I live in Nashville. Generally fairs to the coast are $700+. Not sure about other markets. We need some competition in Panama City Beach to bring prices down and increase air traffic to the area. Hopefully the Bay County Airport can land Southwest and make it happen.

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Panama City Beach - Airport Update November 2008

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Airport Authority Chairman Joe Tannehill promised Friday the new airport under construction near West Bay will draw several major airlines, including a "legacy" carrier and two international carriers.

A legacy carrier is one that revolves around a hub-and-spoke network and corporate structure, such as Delta, Northwest, American and United, airline experts say. Delta and Northwest, which are merging into one airline, already serve the existing airport.

The new Panama City-Bay County International Airport, with its 10,000-foot runway, will be the largest in Northwest Florida and also is poised to earn its "international" appellation, Tannehill told the Bay County Chamber of Commerce. Each of the international carriers will fly in once a week, he said. Airlines operating out of Bay County's new airport, set to open in May 2010, will not only include a legacy airline, but a discount carrier and a cargo carrier such as FedEx, Tannehill said. While legacy carriers usually include services such as first or business class and frequent flyer programs, discount carriers generally offer substantially lower fares by eliminating some traditional services, experts say.

Tannehill's comments came Friday as he gave chamber members an update of the airport's construction progress, including a slide show and short promotional video. More than 200 workers are toiling at the airport's site just north of County 388, he said. When completed, the project will have moved 4 million cubic yards of dirt and 500,000 cubic yards of "muck," Tannehill said. He said the $318-million project, which he called an "economic engine" that would fuel regional growth, would give the area a marketing strength it had not known in the past. In addition, the airport, with its 125,000-square-foot terminal, also would be the nation's first "green" carbon-neutral airport.

Getting closer all the time! Soon it will be easier for you to get to our Panama City Beach Condo at Celadon Beach Resort.
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Panama City Beach - Seeing Red Wine Festival

Panama City Beach/Seaside - If you are in the Panama City Beach area this weekend and are a wine fan consider making the short drive over to senic Seaside for the Seeing Red Wine Festival. The event schedule follows:

Thursday, November 06, 2008
Seeing Red Wine Festival
November 6 - 9, 2008

Vintner Dinner
Nov. 6, 2008
7 p.m.

Bud and Alley's restaurant creates an extraordinary menu pairing each course with award winning wine from our guest winemaker. During the multi-course presentation, our guest winemaker will introduce each wine, giving insight into the attributes of each selection. Seating is limited.
850.231.5900
Admission

$100.00
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Friday, November 07, 2008
Seeing Red Wine Festival
Al Fresco Reserve Tasting

Nov. 7, 2008 6 - 8 p.m.

Sip highly-allocated and reserve wines, sample elegantly paired sushi and hors D''oeuvres prepared by Chef Jim Shirley of Great Southern Cafe and listen to live music - all amid the backdrop of lovely Ruskin Place.
$160
800.277.town
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Friday, November 07, 2008
Artwalk
The Eileen West Gallery will host artwork by Tres Taylor on tar paper that was such a hit last year. In addition, Tres will bring Dorothy Ticking and six of her grandchildren who are all professional folk artists. It will be the kids first trip to the beach. 5-8 PM Eileen West Gallery 303 E. Ruskin Place 850.231.2133/502.1847 www.eileenwestgallery.com
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Saturday, November 08, 2008
CLASSIC STORE EVENT
The Seaside Store will feature local folk artist, Woodie Long on Saturday, November 8th 1-3PM to sign his annual Christmas Tee Shirts. Quantities are limited so reserve your today by calling 850-231-2497 or emailing seasidestore@seasidestores.com
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Saturday, November 08, 2008
Seeing Red Wine Festival
Taste of THE Beach-Seeing Red Wine Festival

Nov. 8, 2008, 1 - 5 p.m.

Stroll scenic Seaside as you sample a variety of domestic and international wines by Southern Wine and Spirits.
$100
info@cottagerentalagency.com
800.277.town
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Panama City Beach - Herman's Hermits 11/6/08

Panama City Beach – Ready for some golden oldies? Panama City Toyota Presents Sixties Sensations staring Herman’s Hermits with Peter Noone and the Buckinghams on Thursday November 6, 2008 at The Marina Civic Center. The event benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bay County. Call (850) 763-4696 for ticket information.

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Panama City Beach - Shrimp Boat Opens Today

PANAMA CITY BEACH — The Shrimp Boat opens today in St. Andrews just in time as Captain Anderson’s is closing for their fall/winter vacation.

The Shrimp Boat Restaurant is opening its doors today at 4:30 p.m. after over two years of construction.

Located at 1201 Beck Ave. in St. Andrews, the three-story restaurant features an expo kitchen, two upstairs banquet rooms and a 55-foot bar overlooking the Smith Yacht Basin. Loren Smith is the restaurant's owner.
The Shrimp Boat will be open Mondays through Saturdays at 4 p.m.
For more information, call 785-8706.

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Panama City Beach - Nightlife October 16-22

THE BACKDOOR LOUNGE
7800 W. Hwy 98, Panama City, Beach, 235-0073
Happy Hour: 9 a.m.-Noon
Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday nights - Karaoke
Karaoke Contest - call for details
BEEF O BRADY'S
2310 St. Rd. 77, Lynn Haven
(850) 271-0064 and
13800 Panama City Beach Parkway
(850) 249-1551
Relaxed, Casual family and sports atmosphere.
Hard to beat lunch specials Monday thru Friday 11-4 p.m.
HAPPY HOUR TIMES: Lynn Haven Beef's Monday thru Sunday, 3-7 p.m. Beach Beef's: M-F, 11-7; Sat. & Sun., 4-7
$.99 Keystone light 16 oz. pints, $.49 wings and boneless wings
College Football is kicking off at Beef’s with style. During Live NFL and College Football games you can get 20 Boneless Wings and a Domestic Pitcher for only $17.99. With ESPN Gameplan, The Big 10 Network and the NFL Sunday Ticket, there is no way you can miss a game here at Beef's.
Thursday: Bike Night at Beach Beef's, 6 p.m. Happy hour is all night and we have live entertainment from 6-8 p.m.
Tuesday: "Kids Night". Kids eat free with a parent
BIG EASY II
17190 Front Beach Road. 234-6770.
Saturday: House Band, 8-12
Sunday: “Al & Joe”, 6-10 p.m.
Country music jam session.
Welcome Bikers
BLUE WATERS LOUNGE
7105 Big Daddy Drive, located behind Beach K Mart, 236-4529
Happy Hour: Monday - Friday, 4-6 p.m.
Friday: New Karaoke sound w/Nona, 7 p.m.
Saturday: “Saratoga Band” in tribute to Moe’s family reunion.
The friendliest, cleanest bar in town
BOAR'S HEAD RESTAURANT & TAVERN
17290 Front Beach Road, 234-6628
Olde English style restaurant with award winning wines. Join Pat "C" in the Tavern Wednesday-Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. with guitar and vocals that will remind you of Joan Baez or Joni Mitchell. Relax with cocktails and appetizers, or coffee and dessert, or for a full coarse dinner while hearing her sassy but beautiful rendition of old standards that complement your evening here.
Happy Hour: 4:30-6 p.m.
THE BOATYARD
5323 N. Lagoon Drive.
850-249-9273 - www.boatyardclub.com
Real Good Food. Cool Music. The Boatyard is located on the docks of Grand Lagoon behind Capt. Anderson's restaurant... Dress is casual, prices are reasonable.
Open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week... year 'round.
Reservations are not necessary and plenty of boat slips are available if you are coming by boat.
*Stop by to pick up your Lunch & Martini club cards.
LITTLE BLACK DRESS IS BACK! Thursday, Oct 16. Time to slip into your favorite little black dress for a night out... upstairs at Boatyard! Complimentary champagne and a gift bag full of goodies for all ladies in black dresses! $3 drink specials and $2 beer specials and complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Entertainment with DJ Vladi! And, it's all for a good cause!
A designer "Little Black Dress" to be raffled - you could win a beautiful black dress from Shipwreck LTD. Proceeds go to the American Cancer Society to Fight Breast Cancer.
BREAKERS
12627 Front Beach Rd., 234-6060
Come dine on the beach and catch the world's most beautiful sunset from
every table. Fall dinner specials begin at just $12.95 - all night, every
night. Open 5 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday.
www.breakerspcb.com
BUCCANEER LOUNGE
711 W. Beach Drive, 763-4622
Friday: LIVE w/K.D., 8-12
Bop & Shag, R&B Dance Music
Great Dinner Specials
Saturday: LIVE w/A GOOD BAND, 8-12
Classis Rock, Southern Rock & Country
Great Dinner Specials
Lounge Opens @ 2
Breakfast 7-11, Dinner 5-10
Best View in Town
Sunday: SUNDAY BREAKFAST/BRUNCH
BUILD YOUR OWN OMELET &
SPECIALTY BREAKFAST MENU by CHEF JOHN
BLOODY MARY’S & MIMOSA’S, 8-1
COME ENJOY BRUNCH ON THE BAY
GREAT FOOD, GREAT VIEW
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Lounge Opens at 2
Monday: HAPPY HOUR ALL DAY 2-9
Monday Night Football
Free Hot Dogs @ Kickoff
Lounge Opens @ 2
Tuesday: Taco Tuesday
Free Tacos with 2 Drink Minimum
2 for 1 Margaritas
Dinner Specials 5-9
Wednesday:
Bop & Shag Nite 7-11
w/ Lounge Lizard Bill
Dine & Dance
Thursday:
Karaoke Nite 7:30-11:30
w/Lounge Lizard Bill
Sing, Dine & Dance
Lounge opens daily @ 2
HAPPY HOUR DAILY 4 – 7
Breakfast on the Bay, Tues.-Sun.
Dinner: Tues.-Sat.
CALYPSO BEACH CAFÉ & SPORTS GRILLE
Just East of Pier Park at 15812 Front Beach Road, 850-234-6788.
The local's spot for food, sports and family fun. HUGE menu features Creole inspired dishes. Sport fans heaven with over 100 TV's
OPEN 11 A.M. DAILY
DAILY: Feast on Early Bird Specials for only $10.95! Your choice of prime rib, fish, chicken or chef's special. Includes entree, salad, side item, dessert and soft drink.
3-6 p.m.
DAILY: HAPPY HOUR! 2 for 1 wells, 2 for 1 house wines, $4 draft pitchers, 11-7 p.m.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY: Enjoy our New Orleans-style brunch. Full menu also available. 11-3 p.m.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY: It's national recording artist Gene Mitchell, LIVE on our Lakeside Tiki Deck, 7 p.m.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL LIVES HERE: If we don’t have your game, nobody’s got it.
SUNDAY: It’s NFL football – all the action is here!
MONDAY: Back by popular demand, don’t miss our Monday Night Football Buffet. $10 for all you care to eat, 6:30 p.m.
Check schedules for all sports on our website: www.calypsobeachcafe.com
CLUB LA VELA
8813 Thomas Drive. 235-1061
Nightly Hours: Fri.-Sat., 9 p.m.-4 a.m.
FRIDAY: Ladies Night
-Free Cover for Drinks for Ladies 9-12
-Live rock with “Another Hero”
SATURDAY: CD Release Party & VIP Card Sale
-Free cover for Lladies 9-12
-VIP Cards on sale for $30
-1000’s of FREE cd’s by Club La Vela DJ’s
-Live rock with “Another Hero”
SUNDAY-THURSDAY: CLOSED
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Oct. 25th: Snatch w/ DJ Doc Roc
Oct. 31st: Halloween Party
Nov. 8th: DJ Mix Off
Nov. 15th: Secret Society
Nov. 22nd: Thanksgiving Food Drive
For more information, check out our website at www.clublavela.com or call 234-FUNN(3866) or 235-1061.
COYOTE'S
2915 U.S. 231
One Mile North of PC Mall
763-7900. 21 TO ENTER
We now have NFL SUNDAY TICKET
We now have NFL SUNDAY TICKET
Sunday Bucket Beer Special 5 domectic for $7
Sunday Draft Beer, 16 oz. $1 & $1.25
FIREFLY
$14.95 Early Dining Specials 5-6 p.m. Nightly!
The warmth of the bar and the Library Lounge leaves you feeling like you are at home with friends while dining under our grand old oak tree gives you the feel of a Mediterranean bistro.
Join us for "Tini Tuesday's", all Stoli Martini's $5
“Wine Flight Wednesday’s”, sample four different wines for $20
“Catch the game on one of our 6 HD screens in The Library Lounge”
A night spot for upscale locals and guests who are looking for something different than our usual beach bars.
In the Shoppes at Edgewater, Panama City Beach. Open 5 p.m. daily.
850-249-3359. fireflypcb.com
FRED ASTAIRE
2401 Ruth Hentz Ave 873-6269
OPEN from 12 to 9 p.m. Mon. through Sat.
WALK IN WALTZ OUT!
We have the dance for you!
OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT @ 8
Free group class, Swing!. Rumba!, Merengue!
demonstration by our "Professional Team"
No partner necessary, Gift Certificates Available
www.fredastairepanamacity.com
HAMMERHEAD FRED'S
8752 Thomas Drive 233-3907
A quaint little Bar & Grill located on the west end of Thomas Drive serving fresh seafood, steaks, sandwiches & more.
Open daily at 11 a.m.
Inside & deck seating available.
Happy Hour: 4-6 p.m. with $1.50 draft, 2 for 1 drinks, and $4.95 oysters
Daily Lunch “Mini” Menu featuring Mini Burgers/Sandwiches & Appetizers
Saturday: ESPN Gameplan
Pitcher & 8 Wings $9.95
Sunday: NFL Sunday Ticket “We’ve got your game”
All new grub menu
2 for 1 Drinks
$1.50 Domestic Draft
$6.99 Domestic Pitchers
HARPOON HARRY'S
WATERFRONT RESTAURANT
& TIKI BAR
12627 Front Beach Rd., 850-234-6060
Open 5 p.m. for dinner only Tues.-Thurs. & 11 a.m for lunch. Open for dinner Fri., Sat., & Sun.
Harry¹s specializes in just chillin' out. Serving up lunch and dinner inside or out, you¹ll fall in love with the laid-back attitude of this nautical café right on the beach. Food and fun rule here. Lots of TV¹s to catch the game, drink and food specials daily. Beach music & oldies on the back deck nightly with local favorite Mike Van Elsen.
www.harpoonharryspcb.com
LADY ANDERSON
5550 North Lagoon Drive
Thursday: Gospel Dinner Cruise
Wednesday & Saturday: Dinner & Dance Cruise
Reserve Early 234-5940
www.ladyanderson.com
LA ROYALE LOUNGE/
FIESTA ROOM
100 Harrison Ave., 763-1755
FEMALE IMPERSONATION SHOWS: Starring Miss Dee Dee Williams, Reba Rae & Miss Lexi, with special guest star Lady Jade
Hot Club Music, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, three shows nightly, 11:30 p.m., 1:30 a.m., 3 a.m.
STAR-TIME KARAOKE: Sunday & Thursday, 8:30 p.m.
BEER BUST: Wednesday
DRINK SPECIALS: Monday & Tuesday, 8:30 p.m.
LATITUDES
12705 Front Beach Rd., 236-6690
THE NEW LOCAL BEACH CLUB
Locals get the lowest drink prices on the beach.
Thursday: Pirate Karaoke
Friday: DJ Frazzie and Alcohol
SATURDAY NIGHT: PUNK ROCK with the Whormoans, scars and stripes
Tuesday Night: I’m with the Band….Original music Series!
Wed. Night: The “Real” Bar Wars
Same Name Different Attitude…Latitudes
LOCO’S BAR & GRILL
766 West 23rd Street
Panama City, FL 32405
850-769-5626
Open: 10:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday - Thursday
& 10:30 a.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Great Sports Bar
Catch the games on 13 TV’s
Happy Hour: 3-7 and 9-close
One Dollar tacos during happy hour
Wednesday: Bike Night
Appetizers - Ribs - Mexican Food.
Great Lunch Menu.
THE LYNN HAVEN YACHT CLUB
1408 Georgia Ave. Lynn Haven, FL
850-271-8866
Hours of Business:
Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.
Happy Hour 11-7
Friday & Saturday: Karaoke
MS. NEWBY'S
8711 Thomas Drive, 234-0030
Thursday: DJ Night
Friday & Saturday: Ziggy & The Zig Tones, 9 p.m.
Sunday: Live Music, 3 p.m.
Tuesday: Karaoke
Wednesday: Men & Women in Uniform night
Drink Specials & Free Juke Box
Watch the games on our new flat screen TV's.
NEWBY'S TOO
4103 Thomas Drive (on the curve), 234-6203
Open everyday 7 a.m. until
Free Texas Hold’em – Tuesday & Thursday, registration 6:30 p.m., game, 7:30
Monday-Friday: Matinee, 3:30-7:30
Friday & Saturday: "Maxima Jones", 10 p.m.-2 a.m., No Cover
Sunday: NFL Ticket
Monday: Monday night football
Sports Bar, Pool, Foosball, and Darts
Smokers Welcome
PIER 77 SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
3016 Thomas Drive, PCB, FL
850-235-3080
Open 3 p.m., Closed on Mondays
Early Bird Specials for $9.99, 3-6 p.m.
Choose 1 of 5 entrees w/2 sides
Happy Hour: Everyday 3-6 p.m.
2 for 1 Draft, Bottles, and Mixed Drinks (includes well and premium liquors)
$1.49 Margarita on the Rocks All day Everyday (not included in the 2 for 1)
Raw Oysters $1.99 per Doz. from 3-6
PIER BAR
9875 S. THOMAS DR., P.C.B.
850-235-0928
AFTER HOURS PIZZA & WINGS, 9-MIDNITE
THURSDAY NIGHT......7 p.m. COLLEGE FOOTBALL
SATURDAY.... COLLEGE GAME PLAN & TAILGATE PARTY
SUNDAY....NFL SUNDAY TICKET
MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL: 6 p.m. PIZZA & WING SPECIAL
SCHEDULE: pineapplewillys.com
Myspace.com/willyspierbar
THE PLACE
429 Harrison , 785-3010
Friday: "Turtlefood & Friends" with Melissa Baxter, 8 p.m.
ROCK' IT LANES
On the Beach - Shoppes @ Edgewater 850-249-2695
50,000 Sq ft. Family Fun Center
Bowling, Billards, Arcade, Sports Bar and Grille with Outdoor Cabana for viewing sporting events.
Birthday Party Headquarters. Miltary and Senior discounts.
Monday-Friday: Early Bird Specials, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
$3 bowling, $1.50 shoes
Happy Hour: (Sports Bar), 4:30-6:30 p.m.
2-4-1 Well drinks & $2 Longnecks.
Thursday: Bar Wars, 11 p.m.-1 a.m.
Team Bowling Tournament
(2 games, Highest Average)
1st Place - $50 Bar Tab
2nd Place - $30 Bar Tab
3rd Place - $20 Bar Tab
Local Bar, Restaurant or Hotel pay stub required
Friday: Toddler Skate, 10 a.m.-Noon
LIVE DJ, 8 p.m.-midnight
Saturday: College Football - ESPN Game Day
LIVE DJ, 8 p.m.-midnight
Sunday: NFL Sunday Ticket
$2 longnecks, $.50 Hot Wings during the game
Skate Rink - Family Day- Parents Skate $2.
Monday Mania: 9 p.m.-close
$2 bowling, $2 shoes, $2 skating, $2 longnecks, $2 tequilla shots
Tuesday: Karaoke Gong Show, 60,000 song library
8 p.m.-midnight (prizes and drink specials)
www.rockitlanes.com
SALTWATER GRILL
11040 Middle Beach Road, 230-2739
YOU'VE GOT TO HEAR THIS!
Saltwater Grill presents the only Piano Bar on the beach! Come join us in our Mermaid Room and listen to MICHAEL RORAH perform your favorite tunes from Jazz standards, classical rock, today's hits, and all your favorite show tunes. Performing Tuesday - Saturday night 7:30 pm.
SCHOONERS
5121 Gulf Drive 850-235-3555 - www.schooners.com
Lunch is awesome. Dinner is awesome. The bands are awesome. The beach is awesome. The sunsets are awesome.
As a matter of fact, this just might be the best place on earth.
FREE ENTRY FOR LOCALS WITH BAY COUNTY ID.
Thursday ACOUSTIX
Friday NELSON BROWNSTONE
Saturday STAINLESS STEEL/NELSON BROWNSTONE
Sunday STAINLES STEEL
Wednesday ACOUSTIX
Next Weekend: FLASHFLOOD
SHARKY¹S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & TIKI BAR
15201 Front Beach Rd. 850-235-2420.
One of the last places on Panama City Beach where you can dine right on the beach, watch the sunset at the Tiki Bar and enjoy a cocktail. Serving fresh seafood, steaks, sandwiches & more.
Open daily at 11 a.m.
Happy Hour 11-6 p.m. with $1.50 draft, $2.75 Well Drinks
Thursday-Sunday: Clay Musgrave, 6-10
Monday & Wednesday: Family Karaoke, 6-10
New Fall Dinner Specials $13.99
Steak & Shrimp or Crablegs
Island Platter
Daily Lunch Specials 11-3 p.m. $7.99
www.sharkysbeach.com
SPINNAKER
Beach Club & Paradise Grill
8795 Thomas Drive, 234-7882
PARADISE GRILL IS CLOSING FOR THE SEASON.
SPINNAKER - $2 BEER, 8 p.m. – Midnight Friday, Saturday Sunday
RED CARPET FRIDAY& OLD SKOOL DANCE PARTY W/DJ SURFER MARK
DJ WILL , DJ KENNY, SURFER MARK, Live Music – LLOYD DOBLER EFFECT
Free Entry for Everyone til 10 p.m., Free Entry for Ladies 21+ All night
$2 Beer 8-12 / Free Champagne for Ladies 10-12.
SEX & THE CITY SATURDAY –
DJ WILL , DJ KENNY Live Music – LLOYD DOBLER EFFECT
Free Entry for Everyone til 10 p.m. Free Entry for Ladies 21+ til 12.
$2 Beer 8-12 / $3 Cosmopolitans 8 p.m.-close.
SUNDAY – VIP MEMBER'S NIGHT & BAR WARS/SERVICE INDUSTRY NIGHT
FREE ENTRY 21+ ALL NIGHT! $2 Beer 8-12 / DJ Kenny, LLOYD DOBLER EFFECT
VIP & SIN Cards get $2 Premium Drinks 11-close
Sat. 11/1 - SPELLBOUND – TOYS FOR KIDS HALLOWEEN BASH
Sun 11/2 – IRONMAN TRIATHLON AFTER PARTY
Sat.11/8 – AMERICAN RED CROSS HURRICANE RELIEF FUNDRAISER
Wed 12/31 - 2nd ANNUAL WHITE PARTY NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATION
NOW BOOKING HOLIDAY PARTIES – Call 234-7892 ext 27 for prices and availability.
www.spinnakerbeachclub.com
SHUCK OFF OYSTER HOUSE
13500 Front Beach Road., PCB, FL
Opened 6 days a week, closed Mondays
$5 raw, Iced Beer, Seafood
Karaoke, Live Entertainment
THE TREASURE SHIP
3605 Thomas Drive, 234-8943
Celebrating our 30th season
Friday& Saturday: Live entertainment
by Acoustix, 6-10 p.m.
Try our new menus.
TRIPLE J’S
2218 Thomas Dr.
Panama City Beach, Fl 32408
850-233-9514
Open from 11 a.m. til 10 p.m. seven days a week year round.
A Local's favorite!
Happy Hour every day 3-7 and 9-close
Early Bird Menu 3 to 6 p.m.
Great Lunch Menu
Seafood, Sandwiches, Great freshly cut Steaks.
Patio Dining Available.
Friday & Saturday: “Paradise”, 7-9 p.m.
UNCLE ERNIE'S BAYFRONT
Grill & Brewhouse
On Historic St. Andrews Marina
1151 Bayview Ave., 763-8427
Thursday & Friday: “John Cannon”, 7 til
Saturday: “Lowell Hoppe

Have fun!!
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Panama City Beach Airoprt Update 10/12/08

Check out the pictures at the airport web site. Looks like construction in moving along.

The weather is great. Head to Panama City Beach for fall break. Need a Panama City Beach Condo? Check out Best Panama City Beach Condos for Rent

Jerry

Panama City Beach - Festival This Weekend

Don't Forget the Panama City Beach Seafood, Whne and Music Festival this weekend at Frank Brown Park.

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Panama City Beach – New Restaurant in Historic St. Andrews

PANAMA CITY BEACH — The Shrimp Boat Restaurant on Beck Avenue in historic Panama City is scheduled to open in mid October. The restaurant is modeled after a 19th-century Cuban cigar factory, and also features two second-floor banquet rooms, Gracie Rea's Bar and Grille on the building's west end, and an adjacent St. Andrews Seafood Market with dockside and 12th Street entrances. The building's third floor holds Lowe's Lair, a two-bedroom penthouse suite which will be rented for special occasions.

The main Shrimp Boat restaurant will be open from 4 to 10 p.m. seven days a week, Smith said, with plans to start offering Sunday brunch in a few months. Gracie Rea's and the St. Andrews Seafood Market also will be open daily, with the bar and grill serving lunch and dinner.

A grand opening celebration will be held about a month after the soft opening.
The Shrimp Boat is approximately 10 miles from our Panama City Beach Condo. If you are fishing with Captain James Pic, plan on the Shrimp Boat for lunch. Pic operates out of the dock next door.

If you go let us know about the food and the atmosphere.
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Panama City Beach - October & November Events

Panama City Beach- Hello

I have just updated the October and November events calendar on our web site. From the Super Boat races this weekend to the Seeing Red Wine Festival in November there is lots to do this fall. Check out the events. Celadon Beach Resort is right in the middle of it all. If you see an event you like give us a call to reserve a Panama City Beach Condo.

Jerry

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Panama City Beach - Redfish Riviera

Panama City Beach - 'Redfish Riviera' Established to Promote Growing Sport. Complements of the News Herald…

Two local fishing enthusiasts decided to pair their love of redfishing with the growing popularity of the sport by launching a new company, Redfish Riviera, Inc. The outfitters dedicated to the sport of redfishing, created by Paul Wohlford and Steve Bailey, sells a wide range of apparel and specialty items to sportsmen and families. In addition, the company educates consumers about the sport of redfishing, provides information about redfish tournaments and locations, and connects anglers with one another.

The name plays on a well-know nickname for the gulf coast region as the "Redneck Riviera". Wohlford, president of the company, said the idea was born during a Tourist Development Council meeting when they were discussing upcoming Redfish tournament sponsorship opportunities. Steve Bailey, CEO of the company, and Wohlford trademarked the name, and Redfish Riviera, Inc. became official in April 2008.

"Since then, we have been approached to cast the name on restaurants and lodges," said Wohlford of the popular name. "I don't know where the applications will go in the future. We are focused on growing the company at this point, and expanding our reach to retailers, outfitters, marinas and resorts across the southeast. The early results have exceeded our expectations. Maybe that's because redfishing is the fastest growing segment of sports fishing, and is said to be approaching bass fishing in terms of popularity."

The Redfish Riviera spans the shores of Brownsville, Texas, along the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic coast of Florida, up to Surf City, NC.

The sport has gained popularity in recent years and has spawned into a sportsman's 'must do'. According to the Inshore Fishing Association's website "inshore fisheries have flourished much quicker than anyone could have imagined since the banning of netting". The redfish or red drum has become one of the most sought after fish on the Gulf and Atlantic shores.

"It has really grown into a household name to sportsmen throughout the country," says Bailey. "It is a very eco and family friendly sport, too. With fuel prices the way they are, this is not the kind of fishing you have to run offshore 70 miles to do. It's all inshore, and state laws regulate fishermen to size and bag limit. Redfish are a very protected species."

Primarily an inshore fish, the average redfish weighs from 6 to 12 pounds, but can weigh up to 50 pounds. Redfish are a bottom-feeding, schooling species common along the Gulf and Atlantic Coasts. Typically located on flats, redfish can also be caught in reefs, bays and marshes.
They live in shallow water and can be recognized by a dark spot on the tail. They became trendy as a food fish after being offered as blackened redfish in New Orleans restaurants and became popular as a game fish as more former bass anglers got turned on to inshore saltwater fishing.

Redfish Riviera, Inc. has already grabbed the attention of major networks and tournament organizers in their short time of existence.
Wohlford and Bailey recently accepted an invite to join a crew of the Oh Boy! Oberto Redfish Cup Pro-Am Team. They will partner with a Redfish Cup Professional Angler and fish the flats of Pensacola in the Pro-Am Tournament. The event is being televised on ESPN2 and ESPN Outdoors.
Bailey said they are thrilled to have the opportunity to promote their new company on a national platform. "We'll see where it takes us," said Bailey. "It's a great opportunity for us and we are excited to be part of it."

Redfish Riviera, Inc. promotes the major redfish tours and their tournaments. They also sponsor a team, Team Redfish Riviera, who recently claimed a top 10 finish at the IFA Redfish Tournament presented by Cabela's in Navarre Beach, FL.

"Down the road we hope to expand by offering guide services, restaurant and accommodation partners, as well as introducing redfishing to new anglers" said Wohlford. "Really, with the way this sport is growing, the possibilities are endless." For more information on Redfish Riviera, to view tournament schedules or to purchase merchandise visit www.redfishriviera.com.

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Panama City Beach - Grand Panama Canceled

PANAMA CITY BEACH - The Grand Lagoon National saltwater fishing tournament, scheduled for Oct. 3-5, has been canceled, Tournament Chairman Bill Spann announced Monday.

The GLN originally was planned for Aug. 20-24, then postponed until Labor Day Weekend because of Tropical Storm Fay. Labor Day became untenable when Hurricane Gustav formed and later made landfall in Louisiana.
Hurricane Ike made landfall in Texas early Saturday, and it’s uncertain path for several weeks caused anglers to alter their plans. That put preparations for the rescheduled GLN on hold, and Spann and the organizing committee made the difficult decision to cancel this year's event. "This was the final storm," Spann said. "People had become storm weary.

"Boaters have been affected, some directly. Now they're out looking for fuel, and at what price? It got to be too much to hope for having the tournament."
Spann said the principle marinas of Grand Lagoon - Capt. Anderson's, Lighthouse, Pirates Cove and Treasure Island - have committed to next year's event scheduled for Aug. 12-16, 2009.
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Panama City Beach - New Pier Park Restaurant

Panama City Beach - New Tuscan Farmhouse-design restaurant at Pier Park is the first in Bay County

Olive Garden welcomes guests to its newest restaurant opening at Pier Park, located in Panama City Beach at 15701 Panama City Beach Parkway on Monday, Sept. 8 at 4 p.m. The beautiful new restaurant, built in the company’s Tuscan-farmhouse design, is the first in Bay County. Approximately 165 jobs will be created with the opening of the 247-seat, 7,441 square-foot restaurant.

Tuscan Inspiration
The Olive Garden in Panama City Beach has a rustic stone exterior, typical of the buildings in the Italian countryside, and an interior accented by Italian imports designed to make the dining experience here a tribute to the restaurant’s Italian inspiration. Ceilings supported by exposed wood beams, stone and wood accents throughout, and terra cotta tile highlight the interior. The bar top is crafted from lava stone, then hand-painted by artisans in Italy with design created exclusively for Olive Garden; vibrant imported fabrics decorate windows and dining seats; hand-painted plates adorn rustic stone and stucco walls; and the lighting fixtures are all distinctly Italian.

“We are extremely excited to share the breathtaking setting of our new Tuscan Farmhouse-design Olive Garden with the Panama City Beach community,” said Mark Swartz, general manager. “It was designed after our Riserva di Fizzano restaurant in Tuscany, Italy, which is rustic, charming, warm and beautiful – the perfect atmosphere to enjoy a genuine Italian dining experience.” To recognize Swartz’s role as head of the Olive Garden family in Panama City Beach and to emphasize the importance the company places on its general managers, Olive Garden honored Swartz by setting his name in stone. Travertine marble imported from Tuscany was chiseled with Swartz’s name and placed prominently by the front door.

Panama City Beach Olive Garden at a glance:
Opening Date: Monday, Sept. 8
Employees: 165
Square Footage: 7,441 square feet
Number of Seats: 247
Hours of Operation: From Monday, Sept. 8 – Sept. 14 the restaurant will serve dinner only:
- Sunday through Thursday: 4 – 10 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 4 – 11 p.m.
The restaurant will be open for lunch beginning Monday, Sept. 15. Lunch will be served starting at 11 a.m. every day.

Panama City Beach - September 08 Pier Park News

Pier Park in Panama City Beach announced the addition of more shopping options at the 900,000-square-foot retail and entertainment lifestyle center located on 93 acres that covers land from Front Beach Road (at the City Pier) to Highway 98 (Back Beach Road).

Pier Park is already home to nearly a 100 retail stores and to six anchor stores; the addition of these specialty stores, which are scheduled to open this summer and fall, will further establish the center as a world-class shopping and entertainment haven for locals and visitors of the Florida Panhandle.

New specialty shops scheduled to debut include the following:

Aqua Gallery
Ava Blue Boutique
Baja Grill
Carter's Clothing
Cost Cutters
Déjà vu
Great American Cookies \ PretzelMaker
Nails So Happy
Paint’n Place
Runway Collection
Shimmering Seas Jewelry and Gifts
The Eye Gallery
Pac Sun
Paradise Found

Aqua Gallery offers an eclectic mix of gifts based on works of art. The store will carry prints, books, carpets, electronics and more.

Ava Blue Boutique is a locally owned upscale boutique featuring women's designer apparel, shoes, accessories and jewelry that appeals to the modern women. Lines featured will include Free People, Color Me Red, Sugar Lips, Mystree, Spanx, Dahiny and B122 among others. The boutique will also offer monogramming services for flip-flops, t-shirts and jewelry.

Carter’s Clothing offers clothing for children from newborn through size seven including baby sleepwear, play-clothes and accessories. Carter’s offers trusted products that are super comfy, easy care, adorable and don’t break the bank. Carter’s has around 200 stores in the United States.

Great American Cookies/ PretzelMaker became an instant retail phenomenon in 1977 when the first store opened in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded on the strength of a generations-old family chocolate chip cookie recipe, Great American Cookies expanded in malls across the country and at the same time developed a complete line of cookies and brownies, including a signature Cookie Cake product, making it one of the best cookie companies in the industry.

Nails So Happy is a beauty services establishment that offers nail care services such as manicures, pedicures and nail enhancements.

Paint’n Place is a full service paint-your-own pottery studio. Paint’n Place provides a comfortable social atmosphere where guests can come together as family, friends and neighbors, to let the creative juices flow! Guests are invited to paint plates, mugs, vases, figurines and more. Paint’n Place also offers jewelry-making classes and proudly hosts child and adult birthdays parties, bridal showers, church and civic groups, company meetings, Girls’ and Boys’ Scouts, etc. All products are food, microwave and dishwasher safe.

Runway Collection is a men’s and women’s fashion boutique which offers high-end designer options in a range of prices.

The Eye Gallery is well known around the Florida Panhandle for the latest in sunglasses and prescription eyewear. Its distinctive collection of eyewear ranges from preserving the timeless, inspiring the creative and emphasizing the beautiful.

Pier Park’s diverse and unique roster of anchors, specialty retail stores and restaurants has shown much success thus far.

“We are thrilled to be a part of Pier Park and have seen an incredible response both from the community and from summer visitors,” said Kelley Horton, owner of Bellies & Babies. Bellies & Babies is Panama City’s newest maternity and baby boutique offering fashionable and modern maternity clothing and accessories for the mom-to-be who still wants to look trendy and hip even though she’s pregnant. It also offers stylish and unique baby clothing, accessories and gifts.

“As one of the first retailers at Pier Park, we have found our opening at the center to be incredibly successful and overall a wonderful experience,” said Betty Ezzel, owner of BeBo’z. BeBo’z offers gifts from Christmas-at-the-Beach, Webkinz and many other beach toys and gifts for less than $25.

Rebecca Ellerson, owner of Peace Frogs, couldn’t have agreed more. “Pier Park is the perfect retail environment. Not only is the number of visitors to our store incredible but they are all having a great time at Pier Park. Customers are in a great mood when they enter the store; we have customers laughing, singing, and even dancing in our store all day long and we love it,” said Ellerson. Peace Frogs is an eco-friendly brand of clothing and accessories. It features t-shirts printed on organic cottons and carries several lines of jewelry, handbags and other accessories that are made of recycled, sustainable materials or fair trade made.

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Panama City Beach - Gustav 9.1.08

At Celadon Beach Resort this morning the beach is closed due to high waves that are running 7-8 feet and are lightly brushing against the dunes before washing back into the gulf. A few people are still out wading in the shallow water close to the dunes. Hopefully the beach will be back to normal tomorrow or Wednesday.

Jerry
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Panama City Beach - Events

Panama City Beach – Here are a couple of upcoming events that will be fun to attend.

Jump on your Harley and ride to the Thunder Beach Autumn Rally September 25-26-27-28. There are lots of events around town. For details go to thunderbeachproductions.com.

Ready for a fall break? How about attending the Panama City Beach Seafood Wine and Music Festival October 10-11-12 at Frank Brown Park. See 38 Special and Blues Traveler in concert. Sample some great food and wine. For details go to panamacitybeachfest.com.
Have fun at the Rally and Festival!! Hope to see you there.

All of the venues are close to our condos @ www.bestpanamacitybeachcondo.com

Panama City Beach - Tropical Storm Fay

Our Panama City Beach Condo guests do not have to worry about weather. If you are required to evacuate we prorate the cost of your stay and refund the nights that you miss.

Jerry
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Panama City Beach Nightlife

Looking for something to to when you visit our Panama City Beach Condo? Here is a list of what is going on this week...

Nightlife: August 14-20
THE BACKDOOR LOUNGE
7800 W. Hwy 98, Panama City, Beach, 235-0073
Happy Hour: 9 a.m.-Noon
Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday nights - Karaoke
Karaoke Contest - call for details

BEEF O BRADY'S
2310 St. Rd. 77, Lynn Haven
(850) 271-0064 and
13800 Panama City Beach Parkway
(850) 249-1551
Relaxed, Casual family and sports atmosphere.
Hard to beat lunch specials Monday thru Friday 11-4 p.m.
HAPPY HOUR TIMES: Lynn Haven Beef's Monday thru Sunday, 3-7 p.m. Beach Beef's: M-F, 11-7; Sat. & Sun., 4-7
$.99 Keystone light 16 oz. pints, $.49 wings and boneless wings
MLB Extra Innings here 7 days a week.
Preseason football is here, stop buy to see what beer and wing specials we will be having for the regular season. Your friends are here, why wouldn't you be!?
Thursday: Bike Night at Beach Beef's, 6 p.m. Happy hour is all night and we have live entertainment from 6-8 p.m.
Tuesday: "Kids Night". Kids eat free with a parent
Come help support and listen to your very own Bay High Band at the Lynn Haven Beef O Brady's, Mon-day,18th at 6:30 p. m.

BETSY ANN RIVERBOAT
5505 Sun Harbor Rd. - 233-7487
Located at the SUN HARBOR MARINA
Friday: Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise,
7-9 p.m. Boarding 6:30.
Saturday Night: "COMEDY ZONE" w/Frankie Paul
6 p.m. dinner cruise (PG-13); 18 & over show
dockside, 9 p.m.
Tuesday: "BOB-FM" Listener Cruise, 6-8 p.m.
Wednesday: Sunset Party Cruise, "Happy Hour" on the water, 6-8 p.m.
Reservations required for all cruises.
Full bar on board. Call for more info.
www.betsyannriverboat.net

BIG EASY II
17190 Front Beach Road. 234-6770.
Saturday: TBA
Sunday: "Al & Joe", 6-10 p.m.
Welcome Bikers

BLUE WATERS LOUNGE
7105 Big Daddy Drive, located behind Beach K Mart, 236-4529
Happy Hour: Monday - Friday, 4-6 p.m.
Friday: New Karaoke sound w/Nona, 7 p.m.
The friendliest, cleanest bar in town

BOAR'S HEAD RESTAURANT & TAVERN
17290 Front Beach Road, 234-6628
Olde English style restaurant with award winning wines. Join Pat "C" in the Tavern Wednesday-Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. with guitar and vocals that will remind you of Joan Baez or Joni Mitchell. Relax with cocktails and appetizers, or coffee and dessert, or for a full coarse dinner while hearing her sassy but beautiful rendition of old standards that complement your evening here.
Happy Hour: 4:30-6 p.m.

THE BOATYARD
5323 N. Lagoon Drive.
850-249-9273 - www.boatyardclub.com
Real Good Food. Cool Music. The Boatyard is located on the docks of Grand Lagoon behind Capt. Anderson's restaurant... Dress is casual, prices are reasonable.
Open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week... year 'round.
Reservations are not necessary and plenty of boat slips are available if you are coming by boat.
*Stop by to pick up your Lunch & Martini club cards.

BREAKERS
12627 Front Beach Rd., 234-6060
FINAL WEEKS OF CLUTCH AT BREAKERS - performing Wed.-Sat., show time 9:30 p.m.
Breakers is proud to present "VEGAS ON THE BEACH" - Gulf front dining and a Vegas style show with the return of CLUTCH! A live, on-stage recreation of your favorite superstars including Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison and more. Featuring singer-dancers, live band and a spectacular full-stage production! Every table features a full panoramic view of the gulf and the world¹s most beautiful sunset. Dine early, then stay for the show at the one and only Breakers! The only gulf front restaurant offering call ahead "no-wait" seating. Serving up the best drinks on the beach from their newly renovated 40-foot bar.
www.breakerspcb.com

BUCCANEER LOUNGE
711 W. Beach Drive, 763-4622
FRIDAY: Panama City Parrot Head Club, 6-?
STAINLESS STEEL, ? on the Deck
Great Dinner Specials, 5-10 p.m.
SATURDAY: Breakfast Buffet, 7-11
Enjoy our Tiki Deck
Enjoy "The Beach Within Reach"
60's, 70's & 80's Music
Great Dinner Specials, 5-10 p.m.
SUNDAY: Breakfast Buffet 7-11 a.m.
Enjoy our Tiki Deck
Bar opens at 2 p.m. Dinner 5-9 p.m.
MONDAY: Happy Hour 4-7 p.m.
TUESDAY: Taco Tuesday, 2 for 1 Margaritas
Dinner Specials 5-9 p.m.
WEDNESDAY: Bop & Shag Nite 7-11 p.m. w/Lounge Lizard Bill, Dine & Dance
THURSDAY: Karaoke Nite 7:30-11:30 p.m. w/Lounge Lizard Bill, Sing, Dine & Dance
Lounge opens daily @ 2 p.m.
HAPPY HOUR DAILY 4-7 p.m.
Breakfast on the Bay Daily
Dinner: Tuesday-Sunday

CALYPSO BEACH CAFÉ & SPORTS GRILLE
Just East of Pier Park at 15812 Front Beach Road, 850-234-6788.
The local's spot for food, sports and family fun. HUGE menu features Creole inspired dishes. Sport fans heaven with over 100 TV's
OPEN 11 A.M. DAILY
SHOW YOUR MOVIE TICKET FROM THE GRAND IN PIER PARK AND GET A FREE APPETIZER WITH THE PURCHASE OF TWO ENTREES.
DAILY: Feast on Early Bird Specials for only $10.95! Your choice of prime rib, fish, chicken or chef's special. Includes entree, salad, side item, dessert and soft drink.
3-6 p.m.
DAILY: HAPPY HOUR! 2 for 1 wells, 2 for 1 house wines, $4 draft pitchers, 11-7 p.m.
MONDAY-FRIDAY: Fabulous $5.99 lunches!
11-2 p.m.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY: Enjoy our New Orleans-style brunch. Full menu also available. 11-3 p.m.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY: It's national recording artist Gene Mitchell, LIVE on our Lakeside Tiki Deck, 7 p.m.
MONDAY-WEDNESDAY: FREE BEER on our Lakeside Tiki Deck, 5-7 p.m.
Don't miss your favorite sport - fans meet here to watch all events on our 100+ televisions.
Check schedules for all sports on our website: www.calypsobeachcafe.com

CLUB LA VELA
8813 Thomas Drive. 235-1061
Pool Deck Open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11-a.m.-5 p.m.
Nightly Hours: 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Tues.-Sun
Daytime Activities: Pool Deck open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Poolside Contests on Saturday and Sunday: Male hardbody, Bikini, and wet-t-shirt!
THURSDAY: 4play Thursday
$5 Cover for 21+ all nite & $3 premium drinks for till 12!
Thong contest @12!
Live rock with "Another Hero"
FRIDAY: Men of Steel Male Revue & Ladies Night *doors open at 7*
Ladies no cover 7-12 and FREE drinks 9-12
Show starts 8, Posh will be open for men during the show.
Live rock with "Another Hero"
SATURDAY: Secret Society
"A Night of Naughtiness"
-go to www.clublavela.com for more info
Live rock with "Another Hero"
SUNDAY: 80's Night in Posh ultralounge
Free Cover for 21+
$2 drinks 9-1
*Pool deck open daytime 11-5
MONDAY: Pool deck open 10-5
Closed at night
TUESDAY: Posh ultralounge open
Free Cover for 21+
$2 drinks 9-1
WEDNESDAY: Girls Night Out
Ladies- no cover and FREE DRINKS 9-12
Live rock with "Letters in Red"
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Aug. 16th: Secret Society
Aug. 23rd: Snatch w/DJ Legacy 305
Aug. 30th: Appetite for Destruction-Tribute to Guns n Roses
For more information, check out our website at www.clublavela.com or call 234-FUNN(3866) or 235-1061.
COYOTE'S
2915 U.S. 231
One Mile North of PC Mall
763-7900. 21 TO ENTER
Nascar Sunday Specials-16 oz. Draft Beer $1
Bucket Beer Special 5 domestic beers for $7
In-House 8 Ball Pool Tournament- Sunday 6 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m.
$1 off Pitchers- Thursday 6 -10 p.m.
$1 16 oz Draft- Tuesday 6-10 p.m.
Karaoke- Friday with Bat, Saturday with Billy, 8 p.m.
Professional Sound System
Dance Stage- We incorporate dance music into our Fri. & Sat. night karaoke shows.

DOCK O' THE BAY
5505 Sun Harbor Rd., 785-9920
Open Tuesday-Sunday, Closed Monday
Happy Hour: 4-7 daily
Serving Breakfast, Fri., Sat., & Sun.
Great Dining Experience with Great Food
Thursday & Friday: Rock'in Jenn, 7 til
Panama City's Best Kept Secret
www.thedockofthebay.com

FIREFLY
$14.95 Early Dining Specials 5-6 p.m. Nightly!
The warmth of the bar and the Library Lounge leaves you feeling like you are at home with friends while dining under our grand old oak tree gives you the feel of a Mediterranean bistro.
Join us for "Tini Tuesday's", all Stoli Martini's $5
"Wine Flight Wednesday's", sample four different wines for $20
A night spot for upscale locals and guests who are looking for something different than our usual beach bars.
In the Shoppes at Edgewater, Panama City Beach. Open 5 p.m. daily.
850-249-3359. fireflypcb.com

FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIOS
2401 Ruth Hentz Ave., 873-6269
THIS SUMMER IS HOT AND SO IS DANCING!!
"SWING INTO SUMMER!"
GIVE THE GIFT OF DANCING
Gift certificates starting @ $35
-you too can dance like the stars.
"Join us tonight"
OPEN HOUSE, 8 p.m.
Great demonstrations by the Professionals
FREE GROUP CLASS
Open Mon-Fri 12-9 p.m.
No partner necessary.
Call 873-6269

GUGLIELMO'S
ITALIAN GRILL
@ Pier Park, 235-3065
Friday, Saturday & Sunday:
"THE CLASSICS" WITH WAYNE & JOEY, 6-9 p.m.
Songs from Frank Sinatra to Patsy Cline

HAMMERHEAD FRED'S
8752 Thomas Drive 233-3907
A quaint little Bar & Grill located on the west end of Thomas Drive serving fresh seafood, steaks, sandwiches & more.
Open daily at 11 a.m.
Inside & deck seating available.
Happy Hour: 4-6 p.m. with $1.50 draft, 2 for 1 drinks, and $4.95 oysters
Thursday: Kiki, 6-10
Friday & Saturday: Manatees, 6-10 p.m.

HARPOON HARRY'S
WATERFRONT RESTAURANT
& TIKI BAR
12627 Front Beach Rd., 850-234-6060
Harry¹s specializes in just chillin' out. Serving up lunch and dinner inside or out, you¹ll fall in love with the laid-back attitude of this nautical café right on the beach. Food and fun rule here. Lots of TV¹s to catch the game, drink and food specials daily. Beach music & oldies on the back deck nightly with local favorite Mike Van Elsen.
www.harpoonharryspcb.com

HOFBRAU BEER GARDEN
701 Pier Park Dr, 850-235-HOFB
Thursday: College Night
1/2 off beer & $1 Killepitsch Shots
w/Student ID
Friday: Free Beer till the Keg blows, 6 p.m.
Last Person to get a beer drinks free all night
Sunday: Pier Park Night
1/2 off Liter Beer & $1 Killepitsch for Pier Park Employees w/proof of employment

LADY ANDERSON
5550 North Lagoon Drive
Thursday: Gospel Music Dinner Cruise
Wednesday, Friday & Saturday: Dinner & Dance Cruise
Tuesday: Country Comedy Dinner Cruise
All Cruises Board 6:30 Sail 7-9:30
Reserve Early 234-5940
www.ladyanderson.com

LA ROYALE LOUNGE/
FIESTA ROOM
100 Harrison Ave., 763-1755
FEMALE IMPERSONATION SHOWS starring Miss Dee Dee Williams, Reba Rae & Miss Lexi with guest star Miss Tamalah.
Hot Club Music, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, three shows nightly, 11:30 p.m., 1:30 a.m., 3 a.m.
STAR-TIME KARAOKE: Sunday & Thursday, 8:30 p.m.
BEER BUST: Wednesday
DRINK SPECIALS: Monday & Tuesday, 8:30 p.m.

LATITUDES
12705 Front Beach Rd., 236-6690
THE NEW LOCAL BEACH CLUB
Locals get the lowest drink prices on the beach.
Pool tables, darts, Internet juke box, punching bags, sumo wrestling, and drink the 84 oz. "Fish Tank"
A relaxed place for locals to hang out.
Thursday: Karaoke Cheap drinks
Friday & Saturday Night: Ladies Drink Free, Midnight to 2 a.m.
Live Bands: Modern Motion & Smoke Wagon
Tuesday Night: I'm with the Band. Lost in the Sauce.
Wed. Night: The "Real" Bar Wars
Same Name Different Attitude...Latitudes

LOCO'S BAR & GRILL (LOGO)
766 West 23rd Street
Panama City, FL 32405
850-769-5626
Open: 10:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday - Thursday
& 10:30 a.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Great Sports Bar
Catch the games on 13 TV's
Happy Hour: 3-7 and 9-close
One Dollar tacos during happy hour
Wednesday: Bike Night
Appetizers - Ribs - Mexican Food.
Great Lunch Menu.

THE LYNN HAVEN YACHT CLUB
1408 Georgia Ave. Lynn Haven, FL
850-271-8866
Hours of Business:
Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.
Happy Hour 11-7
Friday & Saturday: Karaoke

MS. NEWBY'S
8711 Thomas Drive, 234-0030
Friday & Saturday: Waitin on Jake, 9 p.m.
Sunday: Dan Haley, 3 p.m.
Tuesday: Karaoke
Watch the games on our new flat screen TV's.

NEWBY'S TOO
4103 Thomas Drive (on the curve), 234-6203
Open everyday 7 a.m. until
Friday & Saturday: "Slap Ruthie", 10 p.m.-2 a.m., No Cover
Sports Bar, Pool, Foosball, and Darts
Smokers Welcome

PIER 77 SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
3016 Thomas Drive, PCB, FL
850-235-3080
Open 3 p.m., 7 days a week
Early Bird Specials for $9.99, 3-6 p.m.
Choose 1 of 5 entrees w/2 sides
Happy Hour: Everyday 3-6 p.m.
2 for 1 Draft, Bottles, and Mixed Drinks (includes well and premium liquors)
$1.49 Margarita on the Rocks All day Everyday (not included in the 2 for 1)
Raw Oysters $1.99 per Doz. from 3-6

PIER BAR
9875 S. THOMAS DR., P.C.B.
850-235-0928
AFTER HOURS PIZZA & WINGS, 9-MIDNITE
OLYMPICS ON 7 CHANNELS
LOS BLANCO'S BAND, THURS.-SAT.
8:30 NO COVER
SCHEDULE: pineapplewillys.com
Myspace.com/willyspierbar

THE PLACE
429 Harrison , 785-3010
Friday: "Turtlefoot & Friends", 8 p.m.

REGGAE J'S (LOGO)
16202 Front Beach Rd @ Pier Park, 233-1790
Come Get A Taste Of The Islands!
Happy Hour: Daily 3-5
$1 off wells, domestics, house wines & drafts
Live Entertainment on the Reggae Roof:
Thursday & Sunday: 6 -10 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 5 p.m.-1 a.m.

ROCK' IT LANES
Shoppes @ Edgewater 850-249-2695
50,000 Sq ft. Family Fun Center
Bowling, Roller Skating, Pool Tables, Mega Arcade, Sports Bar and Grille with Outdoor Pavilion.
Birthday Parties and Group Events are our specialty. All ages welcomed.
Open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. -2 a.m., Sunday noon-2 a.m.
Sports Bar: Happy Hour Mon.-Fri., 4:30-6:30 p.m.
2-4-1 well drinks & $2 longnecks.
Thursday: Ladies Night: 7-10 p.m.
(Happy Hour prices)
- Bar Wars 11 p.m.- 2 a.m.
- Live DJ, 10 p.m.-1 a.m.
- Team Bowling Tournament (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes)-- 11 p.m.-1 a.m.
- $2 per game, $1.50 shoes
(local hospitality pay stub required)
Friday: Toddlers Skate, 10 a.m.-noon
Live DJ, 8 p.m.-midnight
Saturday: Live DJ, 8 p.m.-midnight
Sunday: - Family Day- Parents Skate for $2
Tuesday: Gong Show Karaoke, 8 p.m.-midnight
For more info check out our website @ www.rockitlanes.com or call 850-249-2695

SALTWATER GRILL
11040 Middle Beach Road, 230-2739
YOU'VE GOT TO HEAR THIS!
Saltwater Grill presents the only Piano Bar on the beach! Come join us in our Mermaid Room and listen to MICHAEL RORAH perform your favorite tunes from Jazz standards, classical rock, today's hits, and all your favorite show tunes. Performing Tuesday - Saturday night 7:30 pm.

SCHOONERS
5121 Gulf Drive 850-235-3555 - www.schooners.com
Lunch is awesome. Dinner is awesome. The bands are awesome. The beach is awesome. The sunsets are awesome.
As a matter of fact, this just might be the best place on earth.
Thursday Acoustix, 7 p.m.
Friday Randy Moore & The Fabulous Suedes, 9 p.m.
Saturday Stainless Steel, 4:30 p.m. & Randy Moore & The Fabulous Suedes, 9 p.m.
Sunday Stainless Steel, 6-10 p.m.
Wednesday Alias Smith & Jones 6:30
Next Weekend: LEGACY
SECRET BOOK GARDEN & CAFÉ
7714 Front Beach Rd., 24-5673
Friday: Open Mic night, 7-til

SHARKY¹S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & TIKI BAR
15201 Front Beach Rd. 850-235-2420.
One of the last places on Panama City Beach where you can dine right on the beach, watch the sunset at the Tiki Bar and enjoy a cocktail. Serving fresh seafood, steaks, sandwiches & more.
Open daily at 11 a.m.
Happy Hour 11-6 p.m. with $1.50 draft, $2.75 Well Drinks
Thursday-Sunday
Clay Musgrave, 5-9
Randy Harper, 9-1
Tuesday: Randy Watson, 4-8
Monday Clay Musgrave, 4-8
Family Karaoke, 8-1
Wednesday Gary Van Brocklin, 4-8
Family Karaoke, 8-1
www.sharkysbeach.com

SPINNAKER
Beach Club & Paradise Grill
8795 Thomas Drive, 234-7882
PARADISE GRILL-Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week. Gulfside Dining, BBQ, Burgers, Seafood, & Southwest Menu Items. Beach Playground, Beach Access & Beach Volleyball
CANTINA - Beachside Taco & Tequila Bar opening soon!
KIDS EAT FREE THURSDAY, 4-10 p.m.
1 FREE Kids Meal with Purchase of Regular Price Adult Meal
FRIDAY LITES & BITES - 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
$2 Lite Beer, $2 Fish Taco's, $2 Fried Cactus, $2 Pork Slider
SURFRIDER FOUNDATION SURF MOVIE NIGHT - 7pm Free Entry - All Ages
Showing the new release STRANGER THAN FICTION on the waterfall deck at sundown.
Hosted by DJ WILL. Door prizes & Raffles. Come for dinner & stay for the show!
BBQ BEACH BASH SUNDAY - 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
HALF PRICE BBQ-Hog Wings, Rib Basket, BBQ Pork Sandwich & BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Corona 5 pack bucket $12.50
TACO TUESDAY - 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
- 2 for 1 Tacos & 2 for 1 Margaritas
BIKE NIGHT WEDNESDAY, 6-9 p.m.
$2 Domestic Beer, $2 Well Drinks, 2 for 1 Appetizer Specials & $1 Kamikazee.
SPINNAKER - Thurs.-Sun. 7 p.m.-4 a.m.. DJ Will, DJ Murph & DJ Kenny
THURSDAY: HOMEGROWN ROCK CONCERT - ALL AGES, 9 p.m. - $6 Cover Charge
GRUOND, HIDDEN ELEMENT, NEW FANGLED THEORY, JUST SAY WHEN
RED CARPET FRIDAY: 10 p.m.-close -Sponsored by ENVY BOUTIQUE
GRANDY & STEELE, 6 p.m.- DJ WILL, 9 p.m.- UGLI STICK - 10 p.m.
Free Entry 7-10 p.m., FREE ENTRY FOR LADIES 21+ ALL NIGHT
FREE CHAMPAGNE FOR LADIES, 10-12,
$4.24oz Lite Beer & $1 Drink Specials, 10 p.m.-close
DRESS TO IMPRESS & Walk the Red Carpet!
SEX IN THE CITY & OLD SKOOL SATURDAY, 10 p.m.-close
GUEST DJ SURGER MARK spinning your favorite old skool hits in the Groove Room.
DJ WILL, 9 p.m.- DJ SURFER MARK,11 p.m., UGLI STICK, 10 p.m.
Free Entry 7-10 p.m., Free Entry for Ladies 21+ til 12.
$3 Cosmo's & $1 Drink Specials, 10 p.m.-close.
SUNDAY - MEMBERS NIGHT & BAR WARS
DJ WILL, 9 p.m. - UGLI STICK, 10:30 p.m.
Free Entry for Everyone til 10 p.m.
$1 Drink Specials. 10 p.m.-close.
VIP & SIN Cards get $2 Premium Drinks 11-close.
www.spinnakerbeachclub.com

THE TREASURE SHIP
3605 Thomas Drive, 234-8943
Celebrating our 30th season
Friday-Sunday: Live entertainment
by Acoustix, 6-10 p.m.
Try our new menus.

TRIPLE J'S (LOGO)
2218 Thomas Dr.
Panama City Beach, Fl 32408
850-233-9514
Open from 11 a.m. til 10 p.m. seven days a week year round.
A Local's favorite!
Happy Hour every day 3-7 and 9-close
Early Bird Menu 3 to 6 p.m.
Great Lunch Menu
Seafood, Sandwiches, Great freshly cut Steaks.
Patio Dining Available.

UNCLE ERNIE'S BAYFRONT
Grill & Brewhouse
On Historic St. Andrews Marina
1151 Bayview Ave., 763-8427
Thursday: John Cannon, 7 til
Friday & Saturday: Motown with K.D., 7 til
Wednesday, August 20th: John Cannon, 7 til

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